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Cheers to Point Loma's 5th Annual "Luck O' Loma" St. Patrick's Day celebration! Get ready for an old fashioned bar party featuring green beer, cocktails & festive foods + entertainment with live bands, games, green stuff & more! Visit: https://events.com/r/en_US/tickets/luck-o-loma-weekend-2025--st-patricks-3-day-celebration-san-diego-march-962754

Over the past decade, artist Math Bass has developed a lexicon of symbols in the series Newz!—letters, bodily forms, architectural fragments, animals, bones—arranged in a variety of scores, each symbol an empty space of meaning, filled in by the context in which it finds itself. Repetition of these symbols, rather than codifying them into one solid signification, exposes the difference at the heart of each iteration; there is always a gap in meaning, something unnamable left out of and left over in the viewer’s reading—a jouissance. It is this gap in the symbolic where Lee Edelman states queerness lies—not as an easily categorized liberal identity but as a process of unmaking and undoing that leaves (gendered) subjectivity as we know it in question. That these symbols are familiar only heightens our unsettling; the negative space of these compositions, a major player in Bass’s practice, adds further to the gap. Visit: https://mcasd.ticketapp.org/portal/product/250/event/1cb10d96-4a87-4377-b9ba-31ee5ff70842 MCASD on Instagram and Facebook

Celebrating The Gaslamp! Join us on Saturday, April 26th, 2025 2 p.m. - 5 p.m. in the San Diego Gaslamp! Grab your crawl-tasting pass and come and taste the Gaslamp's secret dishes on a food adventure with an amazing fun after-party event! Get sample dishes and libations from participating venues while you explore downtown San Diego's Gaslamp. You will have the opportunity to discover, savor, and indulge in these incredible establishments in just one day! Grab a friend, and bring the family. Visit: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-gaslamp-food-crawl-san-diego-5th-annual-tickets-1105158682369?aff=oddtdtcreator

Mission Fed ArtWalk – San Diego’s original fine art festival – will fill the streets of San Diego’s Little Italy district with more than 250 visual artists, four music stages, interactive art for families, food and fun, This year, the 41st annual event, Mission Fed ArtWalk is the largest and longest-running fine art festival in Southern California bringing a weekend-long celebration of arts and culture to San Diego’s Little Italy. The free annual festival attracts locals and visitors to San Diego’s Little Italy, giving all an opportunity to meet more than 250 local, national, and international artists, and purchase art directly from the artists. The event boasts artists from every medium of art, including painting, sculpture, glass work, photography, fine jewelry and more. After browsing and purchasing one-of-a-kind works of art, attendees can enjoy four stages of live music, interactive art experiences, street food, family-friendly art projects at KidsWalk and more. Mission Fed ArtWalk attracts 100,000 art collectors and visitors from all over the country to purchase art from established and emerging artists during the two-day festival, located throughout San Diego’s Little Italy neighborhood. Visit: Mission Fed ArtWalk Celebrates Art this Spring in San Diego’s Little Italy ArtWalk San Diego on Instagram and Facebook

We are pleased to announce the dates for the 26th Athenaeum Summer Festival, a series of four concerts that will feature virtuoso pianist Gustavo Romero. Continuing a beloved tradition, this summer Gustavo Romero will celebrate and focus on the piano music of Sergei Rachmaninoff, including his preludes, etude-tableaux variations, and sonatas, accompanied by select pieces by his Russian contemporaries. For 25 years, the Athenaeum has presented unforgettable festivals featuring Gustavo Romero performing the complete piano repertoire of a specific composer. Whether you have been with us all 25 years or have yet to experience the wonder of this artist—who plays from memory—you will not want to miss our upcoming 26th Summer Festival. Romero, a native San Diegan, with a heritage in Guadalajara, first performed at the Athenaeum Music & Arts Library as a young boy, and it was with him that the Athenaeum planned its first Summer Festival in 1999, the organization's 100th anniversary. Each year, Romero chooses composers to study in depth, sharing the full range of their artistry. Dinners will be offered at the Athenaeum after the first and last concerts (July 6 and 27), providing a unique opportunity for concertgoers to socialize, meet Mr. Romero, and share a delicious meal, catered by Girard Gourmet. All concerts begin at 4 p.m. at the Athenaeum. Priority seating will be given to Donor-level members and above, and to dinner guests. Visit: https://www.ljathenaeum.org/summer-festival Athenaeum Music & Arts Library on Instagram and Facebook

Artful Afternoon in Del Mar Connects Students to Free Art Lessons Throughout San Diego County Paused since the onset of the pandemic, Party ARTy is back by popular demand. This beloved fundraising event hosted by ArtReach brings together art lovers, community members, and ArtReach Artists for an unforgettable afternoon of celebration. Mark your calendars for June 8th, 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. as this highly anticipated event promises an inspiring mix of art, entertainment, and philanthropy to support ArtReach’s mission of making visual arts education accessible to all. Party With a Purpose ArtReach has designed an afternoon that, though a fundraiser, will feel like a celebration of inspiration and creativity with friends. Attendees will enjoy a stunning Del Mar home, dine on a selection of three different paellas, see student artwork, and have the opportunity to create art with the ArtReach Artists that lead in-school programs, mural collaborations, and community art-making. Guests may try the always-popular Ring Toss, where the toss of a ring may become a bottle of fine wine to take home, or bid on stellar experiences and signature items through live and silent auctions. All proceeds translate into free programs that connect youth with artists and art-making. “The past few years put this event on pause, but our community has been asking for its return,” says Sarah Holbach, ArtReach Executive Director. “We couldn’t be more excited to bring "Party ARTy" back! It’s an afternoon where guests can immerse themselves in creativity, make art alongside our team, and most importantly, directly support our mission - providing youth in under-resourced neighborhoods with free opportunities to create, express themselves, and connect with professional Teaching Artists who help bring their stories to life through art.” Since 2007, ArtReach has connected over 86,000 youth to visual arts education. The support of individuals, foundations, businesses, and events like this one help make these life-changing connections possible. Visit: https://event.auctria.com/f0055555-b60d-4efa-8cf4-b75d8f8838b0/ ArtReach San Diego on Instagram

"Ostentatious Oasis" – A New Exhibition by Dave Kinsey Confronts Humanity’s Delusions of Permanence. Oolong Gallery is pleased to present Ostentatious Oasis, a solo exhibition by San Diego based painter Dave Kinsey, opening March 15th and running through April 15th. In his first solo exhibition in four years, this body of work—a continuation of Kinsey’s ongoing Existential Synthesis series—confronts humanity’s precarious relationship with nature and the self-imposed isolation that blinds us to its realities. For this exhibition, Kinsey employs disjointed marble figures as metaphors for human arrogance— symbolizing illusions of purity and permanence that fracture under the weight of our own actions. White marble, historically tied to wealth and power, becomes a symbol of hubris, crumbling in contrast to the consequences of human advancement: wars that displace, disasters that devastate, and relentless exploitation that erodes the natural world. How do we as humans coexist or even adapt within these uncanny and divergent spaces? What will become of our modern way of living that seems at odds with the natural rhythm of our planet?" the artist asks. Set within surreal, urbane environments, the figures reflect humanity’s disconnection from nature, insulated within artificial comforts that distort our perception of reality. Through deep earth tones and fluid, dreamlike compositions, Kinsey invites viewers to confront these fragile constructs and reimagine humanity’s role—not as masters of the Earth, but as beings inextricably bound to it. Influenced by a pivotal trip to Florence in 2022, Kinsey draws upon the grandeur of Renaissance sculpture while subverting its ideals through a surrealist lens. This synthesis of historical reverence and contemporary existential inquiry defines Ostentatious Oasis, bridging past and present in an urgent reflection on civilization’s fragility. Opening reception will be held on March 15th from 6 p.m. - 8 p.m., where the artist will be in attendance. For press inquiries, high-resolution images, or interview requests, please contact Oolong Gallery at info@oolongalery.com Exhibition Details: Title: Ostentatious Oasis Artist: Dave Kinsey Venue: Oolong Gallery 6030 La Flecha, Rancho Santa Fe, CA 92067 Dates: March 15th - April 15th, 2025 Visit: https://oolongallery.com/ Oolong on Instagram

The San Diego Re-Entry Roundtable: Education Subcommittee invites you to explore how individuals in the reentry population successfully pursue higher education and vocational careers. Attendees will learn through students’ lived experiences as they share their personal journeys and discuss the potential for high school completion all the way through to earning a doctoral degree. The event will also feature resources for basic needs, including food, housing, and employment. The event is fully online on Zoom. Visit: Education for Empowerment Symposium

Lucas Smith, celebrated award-winning artist and resident of San Diego, California, showcases his latest solo exhibition “Beyond the Boundaries: An Exploration in Abstract Art” at Studio 21 in April. This collection is an invitation to experience nature’s beauty through abstraction—to feel its presence, energy, and serenity in a way that is both deeply personal and universally resonant. It explores the dynamic interplay of color, texture and movement. In the past year, Lucas’s work has been juried in dozens of shows in some of San Diego’s best galleries and was awarded Best of Show, two 1st place, two 2nd place, Juror’s Choice, three Honorable Mentions and People’s Choice. He is a juried member of the Professional Artist group and is resident of Studio 2 at Art on 30th in North Park. Lucas is the Assistant Director of the San Diego Watercolor Society’s 45th International Exhibition and a member of North Coastal Art Gallery, OMA Artist Alliance, Sargent Art Group, and Foothills Art Association. He also recently launched Art Connect, a Facebook group that links artists to opportunities while encouraging collaboration and mutual support. Lucas’s art continues flying off the easel with 55 paintings sold in the past year through solo exhibitions, juried gallery shows, and private commissions. His work is now part of collections across California and the U.S., including New York, Connecticut, North Carolina, Illinois, Missouri, Oregon, Arizona, and internationally in Norway. For several decades, Village Arts Outreach has served as a crucial artistic outreach for the Art Center at Spanish Village in Balboa Park. Over the years, thousands of local emerging artists have been given the opportunity to showcase their work in Village Arts Outreach’s intimate, yet professional exhibit venue. “Beyond the Boundaries: An Exploration in Abstract Art” is on display at Studio 21 April 8th – 21st from 11 a.m. – 6 p.m. daily, or by private appointment. A free public Opening Reception will be held Saturday, April 12th from 2 p.m. – 5 p.m. The gallery is located in Spanish Village Arts Center at 1770 Village Place, Balboa Park, San Diego, CA 92101. You will not want to miss the opportunity to experience this new body of work and engage with Lucas who is quickly becoming one of San Diego's premier artists! Visit: https://villageartsoutreach.org/portfolio/lucas-smith-solo-exhibition Gallery 21 on Instagram and Facebook

Luiseño Bike Park at La Jolla Indian Adventure Park is offering mountain bikers a one-of-a-kind experience: Trailblazers After Hours, a monthly full moon nighttime riding event designed for those who crave adventure after dark. Ride the park’s thrilling terrain under the glow of a full moon, then gather around a cozy bonfire to swap stories and soak in the atmosphere. With two shuttle departures per night, this event offers the perfect mix of adrenaline and camaraderie. Upcoming event dates: March 15, April 12, May 10, June 14, July 12, August 9, September 6, and October 4. Pricing: $29 per ride; $19 when added to a Day Pass Event Schedule: 6:00pm – Check-in 6:30pm – First shuttle departure 7:30pm – Second shuttle departure 8:30pm to 10 p.m. – Bonfire hangout Spots are limited, so round up your riding crew and book now for a night ride like no other! Additionally, riders must bring their own lights—while the full moon provides a stunning glow, additional illumination is required. Nestled in the south-facing foothills of Palomar Mountain, Luiseño Bike Park sits on land owned by the La Jolla Band of Luiseño Indians, who have lived in the region for thousands of years. The park offers an expansive network of trails suited for all skill levels. In addition to world-class biking, guests can enjoy Zip Zoom Ziplines, the family-friendly Sengme Oaks Water Park, La Jolla Indian Campground with RV and tent camping, the 76 Roadside Grill restaurant, and the La Jolla Trading Post Convenience Store. La Jolla Indian Adventure Park on Facebook / Instagram